Police officer shoots suspect attempting stabbing in Lod

A police officer shot a suspect who tried to stab him in the central city of Lod on Wednesday morning, police reported. The incident is believed to be criminal in nature.

A police officer opened fire on a suspect who attempted to stab him in Lod on Wednesday morning, according to initial reports. Police assessed the incident as likely criminal rather than nationalistically motivated. The condition of the suspect was not immediately reported. The circumstances surrounding the attempt remain under investigation. The Zioneer has not previously covered this specific incident.

9 developments

1. 2 hours ago · 10:25 · 1 JulLatest

   The attacker is identified as an illegal resident from the Palestinian territories.

2. 10:24 · 1 Jul

   The suspect was shot and killed by an officer at the scene

3. 10:20 · 1 Jul

   The suspect is in critical condition following the shooting.

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